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Excellent, friendly and fair service. I would definitely use this garage again. Thank you.

14.11.16

Michael, Renault Scenic

we had few miscommunication but they were very professional and did a great job with the works. i will definitely recommend this garage and i will going back to them if anything else arises. Even though there was price dispute i still gave 5* as the estimate price and the actual price was not too much. thank you!

Experienced garage who dealt with a number of separate issues very well, including ordering in specialist parts. Returning to find the car washed and vacuumed was a nice touch.
8 stars rather than 10 purely for the fact that I was informed they would need to keep the car overnight and it was only when I put my foot down that the job was finished on the day. Normally I'd accept that but I had dropped the car off at 7am so clearly had hoped to be first in the queue!

28.06.13

Alex, BMW 3 Series

Very good on the whole, the mechanic was able to fix the problem within half an hour. Branko very helpful and honest. Will definitely go again. They are a little pricey compared to the other estimates I received but you are guaranteed a very top service.

We have been in Tower Hamlets, Bethnal Green over 20 years serving customers as a Fast Fit Tyre & All Repair Center. We are New & Part Worn Tyre Fitter Specialists. Laser wheel alignment machine in the workshop. Along that we undertake all mechanical work. We specialize in engine diagnostic so you can come to us to check why your lights on. Check us out in our new bigger premises with a large car parking facility onsite.

Hopefully our quick fire set of FAQ’s have helped answer some of your immediate questions about clutch replacement in Islington for MINIs.

However, if you would like to learn about what is involved in the technical side of the job we have produced the following guide.

We have also included key information on how the system works, what you should look out for if the clutch is faulty as well as everything involved with replacing a clutch.

Clutch replacement is one of the most common repairs carried out by mechanics in the UK and Islington as the nature of the part means it will naturally degrade over time, regardless of how much care you take or precautions you put in place.

The rate of degradation will alter from car model to car model as each are designed differently with some cars having significantly superior parts.

However, the way somebody drives a MINI is a huge factor in how a clutch performs. We will go onto this in more detail further down the guide and will demonstrate what you should be doing to elongate the lifespan of your clutch.

What is a clutch?

The Clutch is the part of yourMINI engine which is responsible for engaging and disengaging the power transmission.

It’s a vital part of an engine and is essentially there to connect two parts of the system that can’t make a car move unless they're connected. Clutches engage and disengage two rotating shafts which then allow your MINI to move.

When you press the clutch down and move your MINI into gear, you are connecting the two shafts and transitioning from one gear to the next.

Its an essential function which allows a car to move through gears effectively and efficiently.

Automatic cars have an in-built clutch which takes over the control of this interchange, this means that the car itself decides what gear you should be in depending on the driving conditions regardless of the driver.

What are the signs of a damaged clutch?

There are a variety of signs to look out for when it comes to an struggling clutch as the performance of your MINI will be noticeably affected as well as your ability to change gears.

Here are the most common issues which will be caused by a damaged clutch.

Slipping Clutch

Slipping is one of the most common clutch issues and can cause a drop in performance, as well as damage, if not diagnosed in time.

The things you need to watch out for are;

Your MINI struggles to move forward while moving at a low speed in a high gear.

Your MINI struggles to get up hills in a high gear

Your MINI struggles to accelerate or finds it difficult to tow a trailer

The problem with a slipping clutch is that it will only get worse as time goes on. Slippage increases the heat generated in between the two shafts and the hotter this area becomes the less able it is to maintain its grip, therefore increasing the slippage. The greater the slippage the greater the heat generated.

So it’s clear to see that this is an issue that will only get worse if left without attention.

Clutch Chatter

Chattering occurs when the clutch is being used and a grabbing or jerking can be felt in the MINI.

If you are hearing strange noises like growls or squeals, this can be another sign of a problem with a clutch, as vibrations within the part would cause such sounds.

If you hear any strange noises coming from your MINI, have it looked at immediately as a fault with your clutch could cause serious danger while you are driving.

How long will clutch replacement take?

Replacing a clutch can take as little as a few hours or as longs as a few days depending on the car and garage.

Many cars will have easy access to the clutch and so replacing the part will be straightforward, however others will be more complex and will need other parts removing before the mechanic can get to the clutch.

How much will a new clutch cost?

Once more, a new clutch will cost different amounts depending on the car. You could be paying £250 or £600 from car to car or garage to garage, that is why it is so important to get a range of quotes from garages in Islington.

Fortunately replacing a clutch is one of the most common repair jobs carried out by mechanics in the UK and Islington which means you will be able to find a range of quotes from garages in your local area as it will be a job they are all well practiced in completing.

Finding a mechanic you can trust to do a good job and charge a fair price, is not always easy which is why we simplified the process.

We work with a network of 8,000 mechanics and garages across the UK so we can find competitive clutch replacement deals for you.

To find the best clutch replacement available in Islington;

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We’ll send you a great selection of quotes from mechanics and garages in Islington.

You can then compare the quotes and read reviews from previous customers to find the best clutch replacement deal in Islington, before booking the clutch replacement online.

Really happy with the professional service I received, the guys were really informative showing me the problem parts and what went wrong. Will definitely recommend to others and I will use the garage again. Very knowledgeable mechanics. Happy customer.